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Run Fast. Dress Up. Give Back.<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Celebrate Halloween with one of Staten Island’s favorite fall running traditions! Join the Richmond Rockets on\u00a0Sunday, October 25, 2026<\/strong>, for the\u00a0Richmond Rockets Halloween 5K<\/strong>\u00a0at the beautiful\u00a0Silver Lake Park<\/strong>. Whether you’re racing for a personal best, enjoying a fun run with friends and family, or showing off your creative costume, this event offers the perfect combination of competition, community, and Halloween spirit.<\/p>\n

Surrounded by the vibrant colors of autumn, runners and walkers of all ages will enjoy a scenic 5K course through one of Staten Island’s most picturesque parks before celebrating with post-race festivities, awards, refreshments, and our always-popular\u00a0Halloween Costume Contest<\/strong>. The race has become a cherished community tradition that combines fitness with family fun.<\/p>\n

Supporting the Next Generation<\/h2>\n

Every registration helps make a lasting impact. Proceeds from the event benefit the\u00a0Richmond Rockets Scholarship Fund<\/strong>, which awards scholarships each year to deserving Staten Island high school track and cross-country athletes who demonstrate excellence in academics, athletics, and community service. By participating, you’re helping invest in the future of young runners while supporting a long-standing Staten Island running tradition.<\/p>\n

Supporting Sunrise Day Camp<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Richmond Rockets Halloween 5K are proud to also support\u00a0Sunrise Day Camp<\/strong>, an incredible organization dedicated to bringing the joys of childhood back to children with cancer and their siblings. Sunrise Day Camp provides year-round camp programs, special events, and unforgettable experiences completely free of charge to families, creating lasting memories during some of life’s most challenging times. By participating in the Richmond Rockets Halloween 5K, you’re not only enjoying a fun community event, but you’re also helping make a meaningful difference in the lives of these amazing children and their families. Every registration and donation helps spread hope, happiness, and smiles where they’re needed most.<\/p>\n

Complete the Staten Island Fall Trifecta!<\/h2>\n

The Richmond Rockets Halloween 5K proudly serves as the\u00a0third and final leg of the 2026 Staten Island Fall Trifecta<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Challenge yourself by completing all three signature fall races:<\/p>\n